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Mount Pleasant rollover crash; Kenosha man arrested
MOUNT PLEASANT, Wis. - A two-vehicle rollover crash sent one person to jail and another to the hospital in Mount Pleasant on Sunday, April 28. Mount Pleasant police said the crash happened around 5:18 p.m. near 1st and Meachem. A man identified as Gregory Jelks, 28, of Kenosha, was driving...
Death notices for the Stateline: 4/29/2024
With sadness, we announce the following deaths for Roscoe, Rockton, and South Beloit in recent weeks:. Get free home delivery to your inbox each morning. Rockton-Roscoe News publishes death notices, wedding and birth announcements, notable anniversaries, and other personal news at no charge, both on our website and in our free newsletter. Families may send information or corrections to editor@roscoenews.com. Some of our information was provided by the Winnebago County Coroner's Office, while most was provided by the families through their funeral home. Images were enhanced using Hotpot.ai.
Freeport celebrates pretzel pride for 4th year
FREEPORT, Ill. (WIFR) - The Pretzel Fest is perfect for those that love a twisted treat with the perfect amount of salt. It is also perfect for Freeport community members who want to celebrate National Pretzel Day in a special way. Freeport hosted its fourth annual Pretzel Fest Saturday where...
Pretzel Fest builds the community, event organizers say
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — The fourth annual Pretzel Fest on Saturday featured live music, barbeques, axe throwing and face painting. “It’s so awesome to have our community all together again, especially in the winter months and we’ve all been tied up inside,” said Events and Engagement Manager Katie Gentz. “So it’s great to have everybody […]
14-year-old arrested after stealing Kia, leading police on wild chase in Freeport
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — A 14-year-old boy has been arrested in Freeport after stealing a Kia, leading police on a pursuit, and finally crashing. According to the Freeport Police Department, on Wednesday officers were called to the 400 block of W. Roosevelt Street by a resident who claimed a blue Kia Soul had been stolen […]
Gretta’s Goats holds springtime baby goat snuggle sessions
PECATONICA, Ill. (WIFR) - Families cuddle with furry farm friends during a snuggle and socialization session at Gretta’s Goats farm. On Saturday, dozens of guests gathered to enjoy a relaxing afternoon with baby goats and shop natural products at Gretta’s Goats, 498 N Farwell Bridge Road. Gretta’s Goats...
Blue Ribbon party: Monroe Elementary celebrates national excellence award
JANESVILLE — Six months after Monroe Elementary School was named a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, the Janesville School District celebrated the accomplishment Friday at the Janesville Performing Arts Center. Students and staff who filled the JPAC auditorium were congratulated by district administrators and by state and congressional representatives after a police and fire department-escorted bus ride to JPAC. The party-like atmosphere included music, high...
Stephenson County Restaurant Week kicked off with ‘This Is It Eatery’ ribbon cutting
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Stephenson County kicked off its fourth restaurant week with the opening of nationally recognized This Is It Eatery’s New Location. Owner Greg Miller said being featured as one of America’s best restaurants has brought in customers from all over. “It’ll be different times they’ll call me over [and ask] where are […]
Pecatonica robbery suspect battered victim, arrested: police
PECATONICA, Ill. (WTVO) — Police have arrested a suspect in a robbery and battery that occurred in Pecatonica last week. According to the Pecatonica Police Department, a robbery was reported in the 100 block of W. Market Street on Thursday, April 18th. Police said a wallet, containing credit cards and cash, was taken from the […]
On the market: Lake Summerset home has three bedrooms
Address: 223 Lake Summerset Road, Davis Property description: This three-bedroom, two-bathroom, 2,700-square-foot home with a 2.5-car garage includes cathedral ceilings, granite countertops, marble and polished porcelain. The home has a main floor master bedroom and laundry. Gated Lake Summerset community amenities include two beaches, swimming pool, walking paths, an off-leash dog park, lodge and social activities. This home pays county taxes. Asking price: $741,000 Listing agent: Don Morgan, Morgan Realty, 815-262-8952 This article originally appeared on Rockford Register Star: On the market: Lake Summerset home has three bedrooms
Softball: Mengel, Messmann lead Jefferson to 7-2 win over Monroe
JEFFERSON — Bre Mengel drove in four runs and Aeryn Messmann struck out 10, leading Jefferson’s softball team past Monroe 7-2 in Rock Valley play at Riverfront Park on Thursday. Mengel walked and scored on a passed ball in the first inning. The Jefferson fourth saw Chloe Smith and Lily Fairfield single, putting runners at the corners with two outs. Fairfield then swiped second base. Mengel singled both runners home...
Freeport man charged with unlawful use of a weapon by a felon
FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — Freeport Police arrested Dahayven Ishmon, 19, for unlawful use of a weapon by a felon. On April 24th, police conducted a search warrant in the 1200 block of West Logan Street and discovered a loaded semi-auto pistol with an extended magazine in close proximity to where Ishmon was located. Ishmon is […]
Baseball roundup: Brodhead/Juda holds off Edgerton in high-scoring game
Brodhead/Juda led Edgerton by eight in the fourth inning, but had to fight off a late charge from the host Crimson Tide to win a high-scoring Rock Valley baseball game 15-14 Tuesday night. The teams combined for 28 hits, with 15 by the Cardinals. Brodhead/Juda scored three runs in each of the first two innings only to have Edgerton tie it with six in the bottom of the second. ...
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